Employment Solicitor

Employment Lawyer, Senior Associate/Director, Edinburgh

Are you an experienced employment lawyer? Interested in joining one of Scotland’s largest employment teams with a great reputation in this sector? If so, this is an opportunity worth considering. Our client, a prestigious and well-known law firm, home to one of the largest and most respected employment law teams in Scotland, is seeking a talented individual to join their Edinburgh office at Senior Associate or Legal Director level.

About the Role
This is a rare opportunity to work with a dynamic and high-performing team that advises a broad spectrum of clients on both contentious and non-contentious employment law matters. Their client base includes some of Scotland’s best-known employers across sectors, as well as a significant number of senior executives.

You’ll be involved in complex and high-profile work, including:

  • Employment tribunal litigation
  • Strategic HR advisory
  • Executive terminations and severance negotiations
  • TUPE and restructuring projects
  • Employment aspects of corporate transactions
  • Discrimination and whistleblowing claims

About You
They are looking for someone with:

  • A minimum of 6 years’ post-qualification experience in employment law
  • Strong technical expertise and commercial awareness
  • Excellent client-handling skills and a collaborative mindset
  • A passion for delivering high-quality, strategic advice

Whether you’re currently operating at Senior Associate level and looking to step up, or already at Legal Director level and seeking a new challenge, this role offers a clear path for progression and the chance to work with some of the most respected lawyers in the field.

Why Join?

  • Work with a top-tier team in a supportive and inclusive environment
  • Access to high-quality work and clients
  • Competitive remuneration and benefits
  • Opportunities for career development and leadership

For further information please contact Lara Paterson on 07704 541 212 or at lpaterson@hrcrecruitment.co.uk

Location: 
Edinburgh
Type: 
Permanent
Discipline: 
Legal
Job Posted: 
Mon, 10 Nov 2025
Closing Date: 
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Reference: 
12065

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